Fine-Tune tables assigned to server, checking for linen, glasses and silverware on table.

Provides immediate attention to all guests upon seating

Distributes menus, if applicable

Receives guests and takes drink and food order. Answers questions about the food and menu or makes suggestions about various dishes and wines

Places order in POS system

Places beverages on tray; delivers to guests

Serves beverages and food

Serves meal: places dishes, by course, in front of each person, serving from the left of the patron; may replenish water and butter if needed. An efficient server places dishes in front of each guest in such a manner that the guest may start to eat immediately upon being served

A meal may consist of many courses and may be accompanied by various wines or beverages. The server must know how to regulate his/her service so that each course will immediately follow the one preceding it, so that guests do not feel a lack of attention. To perform this job competently, the server must know how long it takes to complete any course on the menu and must be able to intelligently plan for and regulate the service of numerous different meals when serving several groups simultaneously.

The following general guidelines are basic serving knowledge required of all servers:

Be courteous, obliging, and attentive. Always greet guests with a smile.

Inspect all dishes, glass and silver for cleanliness before serving.

Place dishes in front of the guest on the left and remove dishes from the right. Never “stack” dishes in front of guest when removing them.

Place and remove beverages from the right.

Never place fingers or thumbs inside dish or glass.

Handle cups and silver by handles, handle glass at base.

Serve ladies first if gentlemen are seated at the same table.

Clean table well before serving dessert.

Other side work and tasks as assigned by your supervisor.

REPORTS TO

Food & Beverage Director

QUALIFICATIONS

Familiar with the menu and all types of alcoholic beverages

Must know the preparation method and ingredients of all menu items

Server must be enthusiastic, energetic, polite and efficient

Certified Responsible Beverage Server (or be able to obtain certification)